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By Lebone Rodah Mosima
Two Limpopo learner teams have taken South Africa’s coding and robotics curriculum to the global stage, representing the country at the Robotics for Good Youth Challenge Grand Finale in Geneva, Switzerland.
Robo-Kidz from Mashupye Tladi Primary School, winners of the Junior Category, and Roborise from Bokamoso Secondary School, winners of the Senior Category, are competing at the international event at the Palexpo International Exhibition and Convention Centre from 7 to 10 July.
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The Department of Basic Education said the teams earned their place after progressing through local, provincial and national rounds of the competition, turning their achievement into a showcase for South Africa’s growing investment in future-focused education.
“Their achievement reflects the growing impact of the Department’s investment in Coding and Robotics education as part of its commitment to equipping learners with the knowledge, skills and competencies required for success in the Fourth Industrial Revolution,” the department said.
“The Department has approved and gazetted the Coding and Robotics Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS) and has been implementing the curriculum through phased pilots since 2021,” it said.
“The programme continues to expose learners to computational thinking, problem-solving, innovation, and digital technologies while preparing them for future careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).”
The department said the Limpopo teams’ progress had also been supported through the province’s implementation of the Mathematics, Science and Technology Conditional Grant, which funds Coding and Robotics, learner enrichment programmes, teacher development, laboratory resources and technical education.
“Through the grant, approximately 90,000 learners benefit annually from camps, Olympiads, science fairs, competitions, and international opportunities that nurture innovation and excellence,” the DBE said.
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Acting Director for Communications Terence Khala said the teams’ achievement demonstrated the value of sustained investment in future-focused education.
“These learners are highlighting the best of South African education on the global stage. Their success proves what is possible when we invest in innovation, quality teaching and meaningful opportunities that allow young people to apply their knowledge to real-world challenges,” Khala said.
The department also commended the educators, school leadership, parents, the Limpopo Department of Education and partners who supported the learners throughout their journey.
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